Opening reception set for June 28

Adelphi, Md. 鈥 June 15, 2026 鈥 The Arts Program at University of Maryland Global Campus (UMGC) will present Rooted in Classical Realism: The Drawings of Joseph Sheppard, a new exhibition exploring the acclaimed artist鈥檚 talent as a draftsman and painter. The exhibition will be open to the public June 28, 2026, through June 27, 2027, at the Leroy Merritt Center for the Art of Joseph Sheppard in Adelphi, Maryland.听

鈥淚t is always an honor to host an exhibition by Joseph Sheppard, whose work is on prominent display at our global headquarters in Adelphi,鈥 said UMGC President Gregory W. Fowler, PhD. 鈥淗is long and distinguished career, his mastery of classical realism, his support for the arts and our Arts Program, and his legacy as an educator are a constant source of inspiration. We are grateful for this opportunity to celebrate a life and career that continues to inspire creativity, learning, and a lasting appreciation for the arts.鈥

Completed over the past six decades of Sheppard鈥檚 career, the drawings on view showcase the artist鈥檚 love of anatomy and mastery of the medium. The opening reception will be held Sunday, June 28, from 3 to 5 p.m.听

鈥淎t t 黑料社区, we are proud to share Joseph Sheppard鈥檚 work with the public and to preserve a space dedicated to his artistic legacy,鈥 said Eric Key, director of UMGC鈥檚 Arts Program. 鈥淭his exhibition honors his lasting impact on Maryland鈥檚 arts community and highlights the skill and vision that has defined his career.鈥

More information about the exhibition is available at /administration/arts/exhibits/joseph-sheppard-exhibition.听

Exhibition Details:

  • Dates: June 28, 2026鈥揓une 27, 2027聽
  • Gallery Hours: 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. daily
  • Location: College Park Marriott Hotel & Conference Center at the Leroy Merritt Center for the Art of Joseph Sheppard Gallery, Adelphi, Maryland | 3501 University Blvd. East, Adelphi, MD 20783

Opening Reception:

  • Date: Sunday, June 28, 2026聽
  • Time: 3 to 5 p.m. ET聽
  • RSVP:
  • More Information: arts@umgc.edu | 301-985-7937聽聽

The UMGC Arts Program has cultivated and grown its permanent art collections since 1978, including one of the largest compilations of works by Maryland artists in the state. Established in 2010, the Leroy Merritt Center for the Art of Joseph Sheppard honors Sheppard鈥檚 work and supports the university鈥檚 goal of promoting lifelong learning.听

About University of Maryland Global Campus

University of Maryland Global Campus was founded more than 75 years ago specifically to serve the higher education needs of working adults and military service members. Today, UMGC is the largest provider of postsecondary education in Maryland and continues its global tradition with online and hybrid courses, more than 175 classroom and service locations worldwide, and more than 100 degrees and certificates backed by the reputation of a state university and the University System of Maryland. For more information, visit .听

Media Inquiries: Please email media@umgc.edu.

Content advisory: This exhibition includes artistic depictions of nudity, presented in an educational, cultural, and historical context.